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Effect of women empowerment on women-owned business performance in Wakiso District, Uganda

International Journal of Financial, Accounting, and Management, Dec 18, 2023

This study identified women empowerment practices and investigated the challenges to women-owned ... more This study identified women empowerment practices and investigated the challenges to women-owned business performance in the Kyengera Town Council. Research methodology: This study employed a descriptive survey design using a qualitative data collection approach. A sample of 57 women was selected from 67 women who owned businesses using Yamane's formula. Data were collected through surveys and interviews, edited, cleaned, coded to develop themes, and entered into MS Excel to generate frequency tables. Results: The results showed economic empowerment, competence development, market information sharing, and social networking as practices for women's empowerment. Furthermore, the results reveal economic issues, law and policy, environmental issues, sociocultural issues, geopolitics, and incompetence as key challenges. Limitations: The study was limited by financial challenges and inaccessibility to women-owned businesses on the Kyengera town council. Contribution: This study offers a new era for research on women's empowerment, key to addressing the existing gap in women's contribution to women-owned business performance. Thus, based on the results, women feel assured of their role in women-owned business performance and community development in the district. Novelty: The originality of the study was expressed in the results elicited from the participants. Such a study has never been conducted in the Kyengera Town Council; thus, the results would provide avenues for referral for future researchers. In previous studies, male businesses were at the forefront of other areas. However, women who owned businesses in the Kyengera council were considered for study.

Influence of Social Capital on Small and Medium Enterprises Performance in Wakiso District, Uganda

International Journal of Accounting and Management Information Systems

Purpose: This study examined the influence of Social Capital (SC) on the performance of Small and... more Purpose: This study examined the influence of Social Capital (SC) on the performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Wakiso District. Specifically, we identified forms of SC and assessed how they influenced SMEs’ performance in Kitemu Ward. Research methodology: Using qualitative and quantitative methodologies, the study solicited data from 40 participants through interviews and a self-administered questionnaire. Data were edited, cleaned, coded, and entered into MS Excel to generate frequencies and graphs. Content value analysis was used to transcribe the qualitative data and group them into subthemes. Results: The results revealed internal forms of SC, such as friends/peers, trustworthiness, personal saving, family, and social links, while external forms of SC were customers, financial institutions, governments, and companies. Further, SC influences the customer base, leads to high profits, increases sales volume, and enhances creativity and innovation. Limitations: Fina...

Understanding Feminism Perspective of Informal Women Entrepreneurs in Kyengera Town Council, Uganda

International Journal of Research in Sociology and Anthropology, 2019

The process of marginalization and exclusion from intersectional and multilevel perspectives has ... more The process of marginalization and exclusion from intersectional and multilevel perspectives has much focus on intersectional of ethnic, gender and class background, which all vested in the feminism perspective of informal women entrepreneurs. The purpose of the paper is to examine the philosophical perspectives on informal women entrepreneurs in Uganda with a focus on how epistemological experiences and perspectives influence informal businesses and what the socio-cultural experiences of women entrepreneurs in Kyengera town council are. The paper is guided by a documentary-based review design using mixed methods, and data collected through on desk review from scholarly articles. The paper indicates various philosophical descriptions, epistemological experiences and perspectives and socio-cultural experiences of informal women entrepreneurs in Kyengera Town Council. The paper concludes that, feminist researchers need to focus on mixed methods research as means to address the knowledge, power and gendergap among informal women entrepreneurs. This should include knowledge and science to constitute inclusion of women to eliminate male-biased ideologies.

Effect of Precipitation on Food Security in Kasebwera Parish, Butenga Sub County, Bukomansimbi District, Uganda

Over 800 million people in the world are food insecure where 180 (23%) million are found in the S... more Over 800 million people in the world are food insecure where 180 (23%) million are found in the Sub Saharan Africa. The study establishes the relationship between precipitation and food security in Kassebwera parish, Butenga Sub County, Bukomansimbi district, Uganda. The study employs both crosssectional and descriptive survey designs which included mixed methods data collection approaches. The study targets 1996 people from who 322 respondents were determined using Krejcie and Morgan sample size formula. Data was collected through observation, interview and questionnaire. Quantitative data was organized, edited and coded and entered into the SPSS for analysis into descriptive and inferential statistics while qualitative data was transcribed as per the tools, grouped into themes, categorized and analysed using content value analysis. Results reveal that, an increase in precipitation by 100% retards food security by 58.7%. Therefore, precipitation had a negative correlation to food security which implies that in the area, precipitation (rainfall, hailstorms and drizzle) had significant effect on food security. There is a negative significant relationship between precipitation and food security with correlation coefficient of (r =-0.587; p > 0.000).The study recommends that, the government, district in collaboration with the NGOs should sensitize, create awareness and build capacity of farmers in Soil and water conservation practices, implement and enforce supportive environment and natural resources law and policies.

Drought and Food Security in Kassebwera Parish, Butenga Sub County, Bukomansimbi District, Uganda

Over 800 million people in the world are food insecure where 180 (23%) million are found in the S... more Over 800 million people in the world are food insecure where 180 (23%) million are found in the Sub Saharan Africa. The paper establishes the association between drought and food security in Kassebwera parish, Butenga Sub County, Bukomansimbi district, Uganda. The paper uses both crosssectional and descriptive survey designs which included mixed methods data collection approaches. 1996 people were targeted and a sample of 322 respondents was determined using Krejcie and Morgan sample size formula. Data was collected through questionnaire which was validated through validity and reliability tests. Reliability was ensured through a pilot study and administered two times at different intervals. Thereafter, responses were calculated using Cronbach Alpha and the reliability was found at 0.778. Validity was ensured through content value index based on the number valid items in the questionnaire, hence a CVI of 0.735 was obtained. Data collected was organized, edited, coded and entered int...

Effect of Agroforestry on community wellbeing in Kyannamukaaka Sub County, Masaka

East African Journal of Science, Technology and Innovation

Community wellbeing is dependent on agroforestry, which provides social, economic, health and eco... more Community wellbeing is dependent on agroforestry, which provides social, economic, health and ecological benefits for man, and has proved essential in the COVID-19 pandemic. The paper purposely examines the effect of agroforestry on community wellbeing with a focus on the benefits of tree-crop interactions on community’s wellbeing, and limitations to adoption of tree-crop interactions in Kyanamukaaka Sub County. The paper employs a cross-sectional survey design using qualitative data collection approaches. The paper targets 35 farmers from which 32 practicing in tree-crop interactions were determined by Krejcie and Morgan sample size determination table. Respondents were purposely selected and participated in the study. Data was collected through interview, observation and documentary review. Later, it was organized, transcribed and triangulated to develop themes for interpretation, analysis and discussion. Results indicate that tree-crop interactions offer socioeconomic [food (96.9...

Effect of Education on Sustainable Development in East African Universities: A Case of Two Universities in Uganda and Rwanda

JRIIE, 2019

Education is a key resource in society which encourages innovative approaches towards societal tr... more Education is a key resource in society which encourages innovative approaches towards societal transition and sustainability through formal education systems, non-formal and informal learning settings. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) advocate for all learners to have knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development. As the United Nations is advocating for that, many developing countries are still struggling to attain quality education for sustainable development. Therefore, the study assessed the effect of education on sustainable in East African Universities. Kampala University and University of Technology and Arts of Byumba participated and 44 respondents were purposively selected to participate in the study. Data was collected through interviews and checklists from education leaders' and practitioners' perspectives on the need for quality education in sustainable development. The validity of the instruments was assured through discussion and verification by experts in education to ensure their validity. Data was analyzed using content value analysis through triangulation and transcription to generate results. The study findings revealed that learners' understanding of sustainable development is enhanced, the wider knowledge gap among the learners is reduced, hands-on skills and practices for sustainable development are attained too. Therefore, the study recommended that, universities should rethink to broaden the notion of lifelong education, implement culturally-relevant and locally appropriate education in society, apply action-oriented and problem based learning as strategies to quality education for sustainable development.

Assessing Poultry Firm Survival in Kampala: A Case of Biyinzika Enterprises Limited

JRIIE, 2019

Several thousands of small, medium, and big businesses in developing countries have closed and co... more Several thousands of small, medium, and big businesses in developing countries have closed and concern for business survival has heightened to the point of anxiety/doubt and fear among investors and entrepreneurs. Therefore, the study assessed poultry firms' survival and possible strategies for improvement, specifically, current survival, challenges facing Biyinzika Enterprises Limited (BEL) and possible strategies for improving its survivability. The study used a case study design with both qualitative and quantitative approaches of data collection. A sample of 44 respondents was determined purposively using Krejcie Morgan table from a population of 50 people from BEL. Data was analyzed through the SPSS to generate descriptive statistics from which interpretations were made. The results showed that the current performance of BEL was fair due to unreliable rainfall and drought, unstable and unreliable power supply, high costs of input and theft issues. The study recommended that BEL should establish and strengthen her internal controls over cash and other financial resources, introduce reward systems, use solar energy system and plant drought resistant crops varieties.

Effect of women empowerment on women-owned business performance in Wakiso District, Uganda

International Journal of Financial, Accounting, and Management, Dec 18, 2023

This study identified women empowerment practices and investigated the challenges to women-owned ... more This study identified women empowerment practices and investigated the challenges to women-owned business performance in the Kyengera Town Council. Research methodology: This study employed a descriptive survey design using a qualitative data collection approach. A sample of 57 women was selected from 67 women who owned businesses using Yamane's formula. Data were collected through surveys and interviews, edited, cleaned, coded to develop themes, and entered into MS Excel to generate frequency tables. Results: The results showed economic empowerment, competence development, market information sharing, and social networking as practices for women's empowerment. Furthermore, the results reveal economic issues, law and policy, environmental issues, sociocultural issues, geopolitics, and incompetence as key challenges. Limitations: The study was limited by financial challenges and inaccessibility to women-owned businesses on the Kyengera town council. Contribution: This study offers a new era for research on women's empowerment, key to addressing the existing gap in women's contribution to women-owned business performance. Thus, based on the results, women feel assured of their role in women-owned business performance and community development in the district. Novelty: The originality of the study was expressed in the results elicited from the participants. Such a study has never been conducted in the Kyengera Town Council; thus, the results would provide avenues for referral for future researchers. In previous studies, male businesses were at the forefront of other areas. However, women who owned businesses in the Kyengera council were considered for study.

Influence of Social Capital on Small and Medium Enterprises Performance in Wakiso District, Uganda

International Journal of Accounting and Management Information Systems

Purpose: This study examined the influence of Social Capital (SC) on the performance of Small and... more Purpose: This study examined the influence of Social Capital (SC) on the performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Wakiso District. Specifically, we identified forms of SC and assessed how they influenced SMEs’ performance in Kitemu Ward. Research methodology: Using qualitative and quantitative methodologies, the study solicited data from 40 participants through interviews and a self-administered questionnaire. Data were edited, cleaned, coded, and entered into MS Excel to generate frequencies and graphs. Content value analysis was used to transcribe the qualitative data and group them into subthemes. Results: The results revealed internal forms of SC, such as friends/peers, trustworthiness, personal saving, family, and social links, while external forms of SC were customers, financial institutions, governments, and companies. Further, SC influences the customer base, leads to high profits, increases sales volume, and enhances creativity and innovation. Limitations: Fina...

Understanding Feminism Perspective of Informal Women Entrepreneurs in Kyengera Town Council, Uganda

International Journal of Research in Sociology and Anthropology, 2019

The process of marginalization and exclusion from intersectional and multilevel perspectives has ... more The process of marginalization and exclusion from intersectional and multilevel perspectives has much focus on intersectional of ethnic, gender and class background, which all vested in the feminism perspective of informal women entrepreneurs. The purpose of the paper is to examine the philosophical perspectives on informal women entrepreneurs in Uganda with a focus on how epistemological experiences and perspectives influence informal businesses and what the socio-cultural experiences of women entrepreneurs in Kyengera town council are. The paper is guided by a documentary-based review design using mixed methods, and data collected through on desk review from scholarly articles. The paper indicates various philosophical descriptions, epistemological experiences and perspectives and socio-cultural experiences of informal women entrepreneurs in Kyengera Town Council. The paper concludes that, feminist researchers need to focus on mixed methods research as means to address the knowledge, power and gendergap among informal women entrepreneurs. This should include knowledge and science to constitute inclusion of women to eliminate male-biased ideologies.

Effect of Precipitation on Food Security in Kasebwera Parish, Butenga Sub County, Bukomansimbi District, Uganda

Over 800 million people in the world are food insecure where 180 (23%) million are found in the S... more Over 800 million people in the world are food insecure where 180 (23%) million are found in the Sub Saharan Africa. The study establishes the relationship between precipitation and food security in Kassebwera parish, Butenga Sub County, Bukomansimbi district, Uganda. The study employs both crosssectional and descriptive survey designs which included mixed methods data collection approaches. The study targets 1996 people from who 322 respondents were determined using Krejcie and Morgan sample size formula. Data was collected through observation, interview and questionnaire. Quantitative data was organized, edited and coded and entered into the SPSS for analysis into descriptive and inferential statistics while qualitative data was transcribed as per the tools, grouped into themes, categorized and analysed using content value analysis. Results reveal that, an increase in precipitation by 100% retards food security by 58.7%. Therefore, precipitation had a negative correlation to food security which implies that in the area, precipitation (rainfall, hailstorms and drizzle) had significant effect on food security. There is a negative significant relationship between precipitation and food security with correlation coefficient of (r =-0.587; p > 0.000).The study recommends that, the government, district in collaboration with the NGOs should sensitize, create awareness and build capacity of farmers in Soil and water conservation practices, implement and enforce supportive environment and natural resources law and policies.

Drought and Food Security in Kassebwera Parish, Butenga Sub County, Bukomansimbi District, Uganda

Over 800 million people in the world are food insecure where 180 (23%) million are found in the S... more Over 800 million people in the world are food insecure where 180 (23%) million are found in the Sub Saharan Africa. The paper establishes the association between drought and food security in Kassebwera parish, Butenga Sub County, Bukomansimbi district, Uganda. The paper uses both crosssectional and descriptive survey designs which included mixed methods data collection approaches. 1996 people were targeted and a sample of 322 respondents was determined using Krejcie and Morgan sample size formula. Data was collected through questionnaire which was validated through validity and reliability tests. Reliability was ensured through a pilot study and administered two times at different intervals. Thereafter, responses were calculated using Cronbach Alpha and the reliability was found at 0.778. Validity was ensured through content value index based on the number valid items in the questionnaire, hence a CVI of 0.735 was obtained. Data collected was organized, edited, coded and entered int...

Effect of Agroforestry on community wellbeing in Kyannamukaaka Sub County, Masaka

East African Journal of Science, Technology and Innovation

Community wellbeing is dependent on agroforestry, which provides social, economic, health and eco... more Community wellbeing is dependent on agroforestry, which provides social, economic, health and ecological benefits for man, and has proved essential in the COVID-19 pandemic. The paper purposely examines the effect of agroforestry on community wellbeing with a focus on the benefits of tree-crop interactions on community’s wellbeing, and limitations to adoption of tree-crop interactions in Kyanamukaaka Sub County. The paper employs a cross-sectional survey design using qualitative data collection approaches. The paper targets 35 farmers from which 32 practicing in tree-crop interactions were determined by Krejcie and Morgan sample size determination table. Respondents were purposely selected and participated in the study. Data was collected through interview, observation and documentary review. Later, it was organized, transcribed and triangulated to develop themes for interpretation, analysis and discussion. Results indicate that tree-crop interactions offer socioeconomic [food (96.9...

Effect of Education on Sustainable Development in East African Universities: A Case of Two Universities in Uganda and Rwanda

JRIIE, 2019

Education is a key resource in society which encourages innovative approaches towards societal tr... more Education is a key resource in society which encourages innovative approaches towards societal transition and sustainability through formal education systems, non-formal and informal learning settings. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) advocate for all learners to have knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development. As the United Nations is advocating for that, many developing countries are still struggling to attain quality education for sustainable development. Therefore, the study assessed the effect of education on sustainable in East African Universities. Kampala University and University of Technology and Arts of Byumba participated and 44 respondents were purposively selected to participate in the study. Data was collected through interviews and checklists from education leaders' and practitioners' perspectives on the need for quality education in sustainable development. The validity of the instruments was assured through discussion and verification by experts in education to ensure their validity. Data was analyzed using content value analysis through triangulation and transcription to generate results. The study findings revealed that learners' understanding of sustainable development is enhanced, the wider knowledge gap among the learners is reduced, hands-on skills and practices for sustainable development are attained too. Therefore, the study recommended that, universities should rethink to broaden the notion of lifelong education, implement culturally-relevant and locally appropriate education in society, apply action-oriented and problem based learning as strategies to quality education for sustainable development.

Assessing Poultry Firm Survival in Kampala: A Case of Biyinzika Enterprises Limited

JRIIE, 2019

Several thousands of small, medium, and big businesses in developing countries have closed and co... more Several thousands of small, medium, and big businesses in developing countries have closed and concern for business survival has heightened to the point of anxiety/doubt and fear among investors and entrepreneurs. Therefore, the study assessed poultry firms' survival and possible strategies for improvement, specifically, current survival, challenges facing Biyinzika Enterprises Limited (BEL) and possible strategies for improving its survivability. The study used a case study design with both qualitative and quantitative approaches of data collection. A sample of 44 respondents was determined purposively using Krejcie Morgan table from a population of 50 people from BEL. Data was analyzed through the SPSS to generate descriptive statistics from which interpretations were made. The results showed that the current performance of BEL was fair due to unreliable rainfall and drought, unstable and unreliable power supply, high costs of input and theft issues. The study recommended that BEL should establish and strengthen her internal controls over cash and other financial resources, introduce reward systems, use solar energy system and plant drought resistant crops varieties.